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Torres del Paine W Trek

Torres del Paine National Park, Chile · 50 miles · 4–5 days

ModeratePermit
50Miles
4–5Days
8,000 ftGain
ThruType

Permits

System
CONAF park entry + reservations with Vértice and Las TorresTwo companies run the campsites and refugios; you usually need bookings with both. Rangers check reservations. Refugios rent tents and sell meals, so a very light kit is possible.Apply or read more
Cost
Park entry fee + nightly campsite or refugio fees
Bear storage
Not applicable

Season

Best
November – March.
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On trail

Water
Streams and lakes throughout.
Resupply
Refugio stores and meals along the route.
Notes
The front side of the park: the Towers base, the French Valley and Grey Glacier. The most popular trek in Patagonia.
Elevation
250 ftHigh 2,800 ft
Resupply towns
Puerto Natales (pre/post trip)

Permit details checked 2026-10 · eldinamo.cl

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